Portret van Peder Lasson 1752

jonashaas

pencil drawn

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

ink paper printed

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

charcoal art

pencil art

watercolor

Jonas Haas's 1752 engraving, "Portret van Peder Lasson," depicts Peder Lasson, a Danish Justice Councilor, standing in a three-quarter profile, with his left hand resting on a table. The engraving is a valuable historical artifact, providing a glimpse into the attire and status of Danish nobility in the 18th century. The detail in the engraving, particularly in Lasson's clothing, emphasizes the importance of his position. This small but detailed work exemplifies the artistic skill of Jonas Haas, a Danish engraver known for his portraiture.